A MAN found dead floating in the water at Neptune Quay in Ipswich died as a result of drowning, detectives revealed today.

A MAN found dead floating in the water at Neptune Quay in Ipswich died as a result of drowning, detectives revealed today.

A post mortem was carried out on the man, in his late 40s, after his body was discovered on Sunday evening.

A 35-year-old man and 38-year-old man who had been arrested on suspicion of murder have been released on police bail until January 15, pending further enquiries.

Police said the name of the dead man would be released later today.

Those with information should call detective chief inspector David Cutler at Ipswich CID on 01473 613500 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555111.